In this episode of The Health Fix Podcast, Dr. Jannine Krause sits down with Dr. S. Don Kim, podiatrist and naturopathic physician with over 30 years of experience, to break down why foot pain becomes more common as we age and what you can do about it naturally.
From hormonal shifts to changes in connective tissue and biomechanics, your feet go through a lot in midlife. Dr. Kim explains how your foot type (flat feet vs. high arches) impacts everything from posture to joint pain and why ignoring your feet can accelerate aging in the entire body.
You'll also learn about his "Walking Cure" program, designed to gently rebuild strength, improve circulation, and reduce pain without aggressive exercise.
Plus, we explore cutting-edge therapies like PRP, hyperbaric oxygen, and laser treatments that can help regenerate tissue and support long-term healing.
If you want to stay active, mobile, and pain-free well into your 40s, 50s, and beyond this episode will give you a whole new way to think about your health from the ground up.
What You'll Learn in This Episode
- Why foot health is foundational to total body wellness
- How to identify your foot type (and why it matters)
- The biomechanics behind flat feet and high arches
- Root causes of heel pain and plantar fasciitis
- Holistic and regenerative approaches to healing
- How the "Walking Cure" can improve mobility and longevity
- Innovative therapies like PRP, hyperbaric oxygen, and laser treatments
- The connection between chronic disease and foot dysfunction
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Don Kim
02:30 – Why foot health impacts your entire body
06:15 – Understanding foot types: flat feet vs high arches
12:40 – The real causes of heel pain
18:20 – Dr. Kim's "Walking Cure" explained
25:10 – Regenerative treatments beyond surgery
31:45 – PRP, hyperbaric oxygen & laser therapy
38:20 – Neuropathy, diabetes & foot health connection
44:00 – Practical tips to start healing your feet today
About Dr. Don Kim
Dr. S. Don Kim is a podiatrist and naturopathic physician with over three decades of experience. As Medical Director of Kim Foot & Ankle Centers since 1991, he has developed deep expertise in heel pain and mobility restoration. He is also the founder of K Wellness Center, where he integrates holistic therapies to address chronic conditions such as diabetes, neuropathy, and fatigue.
Connect with Dr. Jannine Krause
Website: https://doctorjkrausend.com/
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